Simmons has received a letter from Lt. James Sterrett in Cincinnati enclosing Prior's account and vouchers for expenditures in the Indian Department. Before an examination can take place, Prior must forward the authority under which he acted and the balance due him from the United States.

His accounts remain unsettled due to a charge against him by Colonel Johnston for $1200 part of which was used to pay officers and soldiers and the remainder returned to Johnston. Most of the relevant vouchers were left with the recipient's office and their auditors. Since his account cannot be settled without these documents he inquires as their whereabouts.

Based on Information from Major Abner Hammond who is currently visiting the Creek towns, relations with the Indians are more favorable than they have appeared. Nevertheless, Governor Jackson confirms that he will be prepared for possible hostilities so as to avoid devastation on the frontier.

Robeson complains that his detachment arrived at Fort Johnston after a very disagreeable passage of 29 days. He did not get a sergeant's coat, vest, woolen overalls, and shirts at Governors Island because Captain Frye had none of those articles. There is a mistake on the return to the Quartermaster because he only received nine pairs of socks.

Certification that for his services as Assistant Quartermaster at the garrison at Fort Knox for twenty three months and for the forage of one horse for the same period, Abner Prior is due $368. Neither General Harmar or General Knox will have anything to do with this account although Gen. Harmar referred it to Gen. Knox.

John Johnston, a native of America, has a strong predilection for a military life and has applied for an appointment in the Army. Since such applications are numerous and one from a remote part of the country might be overlooked, Gregg asks Hodgdon to intervene on Johnston's behalf. If offered a lieutenancy, Gregg is sure Johnston would not dishonor the appointment. He also recommends John Milroy...

Lewis describes the process by which the land warrant for Joseph Johnston can be lawfully issued to him. He confirms that he and his family are healthy in Trenton but looks forward to the time when he can return to Philadelphia. He asks for information respecting his house.